This week at The First Church - April 1-7

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Check out descriptions and all our programs at http://uubelmont.org/adult-programs/

*Monday*
Meditation – Rob Cosinuke and James Hencke, 8-9 pm,Church Library

*Tuesday*
Jobseekers Buddy Group – 4-5:30pm, Library
Theresa Howe, Tom Neel, Ed Yee
The jobseeker buddy group is a small support group for people looking
for new or better jobs. We provide encouragement, feedback, ideas,
resume suggestions, job leads, unemployment assistance advice and
networking opportunities to each other.

The Quilters’ Group and Knitting Circle – Gladys Unger and Eva
Patalas, 7:30 pm, RE Classroom #4
Come join us in making quilts for children at Renewal House, or
knitting for a variety of charity organizations. New members are
always welcome!

*Thursday*
Caring for Older Adults, 7:30pm, Conference Room
Miriam Baker and Deb Blumberg

Many people are juggling jobs, families and their parents’ or other
family members’ increasing medical needs, frequent emergencies and
ongoing need for care. How do we cope with the needs of our loved ones
and find some balance in our own lives? What do we need to learn as we
take on this task? How do we find information and community? If you
find yourself in this position, you are welcome at this group for
discussion and support.

*Sunday*
12:30-2pm, Library
The Myth of Universal Love?
Discussion led by Edwin Taylor assisted by Rev. Doris Hunter and
Lillian Anderson

“Love your neighbor as yourself,” said Jesus. Is “neighbor” everyone?
How much do we owe to our close and distant neighbors? Isn’t our
little jug of personal effort and financial resources hopelessly
inadequate to fill the thousand empty flasks of desperate need around
the world? How can we contribute to all our neighbors, not only
responsibly but also without guilt?

Edwin, Lillian, and Doris will launch a group discussion of these
troubling questions. The idea for the topic was inspired by a New
York
Times article by Stephen Asma entitled " The Myth of Universal Love".
Copies are available on the web-site. Refreshments provided.

2-4pm, Library
Kids with Challenges
Andrea Prestwich

Does your child have special challenges? Has he/she been diagnosed
with Aspergers, ADHD, or sensory problems? Maybe he/she is just
slightly "quirky". You're invited to a inaugural meeting of a new
First Church support group for parents and family of kids with
special
needs, with a focus on neurological issues. We will offer support
and
share experience in a non-judgmental space. Childcare upon request.

Coming Up:
Women’s Retreat Registration Deadline extended to April 1st.
The Retreat is April 26-28
This weekend retreat is a wonderful way to connect, make new friends
and deepen existing friendships. Senexet House in Woodstock, Ct. is a
90 minute drive. Two nights and five delicious meals are provided
for $185. Scholarship assistance is available. Registration forms
are on the web-site and the deadline is March 22. For more
information
contact land...@uubelmont.org